off to tekong

2 hours of sleep in the morning and then it was off to send poh huat off to Tekong for the very first time. tiring, yet it was a trip all worth while. we had a tour around the school, looking at the many living and training facilities of the recruits was a way to ensure many anxious parents that their sons would be in good and safe hands. for the few of us, it was a pleasant sight and assurance to know that the place wasnt that bad. haha. afterall its just a couple of years before it'll be our turn too. it was back to the auditorium after that where we got to view the army experience video and witnessed the oath taking of the enlistees. i believed it was truely an utmost pride that we all felt for our soldiers-to-be and not the sadness of saying goodbye that made many teared at that moment. A particular banner caught my attention as it said, 'Its not what you leave behind, but what you will gain in the days ahead.' yes, how true...

take care Poh Huat Sir!